It’s not often that fans ofHonkai: Star Railget offered completely free 4-Star characters, let alone 5-Star characters. Luckily, though, once the new Version 1.6 is released, you’ll be able to get the new character, Dr. Ratio, completely for free. He is part of The Hunt Path, and is an Imaginary type.

Even for players who might be new to the game or recently returning, you’ll still be able to pick up the 5-Star character with relative ease. To find out how you can add the newcomer to your team for free, this guide will show you how to get Dr. Ratio.

Image of Dr. Ratio looking at a book in a preview for Honkai: Star Rail

Who is Dr. Ratio in Honkai: Star Rail?

Dr. Ratio is a brand-new 5-Star character coming toHonkai: Star Railin thesecond half of Version 1.6.This will be released onJanuary 17th, 2024, with Dr. Ratio as the main character banner andKafka coming in as the rerun banner character.

Dr. Ratio is a part ofThe Hunt Path,and usesImaginary-type attacks.He is a member of the Intelligentsia Guild, a faction within the game that harbors some of the most intelligent people in the galaxy. Because of his high status, though, many have noted his self-centered personality and his arrogance. However, it is not completely unwarranted, considering his incredible intelligence and talents.

Image of Dr. Ratio’s free announcement during a livestream for Honkai: Star Rail

How to Get Dr. Ratio for Free in Honkai: Star Rail

There are a few different criteria that you will need to meet in order to unlock Dr. Ratio for free inHonkai: Star Rail. Here is everything you will need to do to ensure you’re able to get him:

As long as you have all of the above criteria met, you’ll receive Dr. Ratio for free in yourin-game mailbox.All you will need to do is ensure that youclaim him from your mail before the end of Version 2.1,meaning you have a ton of time to pick him up and add him to your team to take on battles,the Simulated Universe, missions, and more.

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